THINK LIKE AN INTERIOR DESIGNER

Put in the Work - • PUT IN THE WORK
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Filmed & Edited By
Diane Nguyen
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Karin Bohn is the founder and creative director behind the award-winning Vancouver-based design firm, House of Bohn (www.houseofbohn.com). Karin established the interior design firm over 8 years ago, and since has made her mark on the West-Coast Canadian design scene in many industries including high-end residential, multi-family, restaurants and retail. Karin’s passion to create is the reason behind her KZbin channel. In addition to working at the helm of her interior design firm, she experiments with storytelling and "giving-back" in a digital medium - video. Her self-titled KZbin channel is an on-going passion project and online world that’s not only a space to share her expertise in interior design, style and business, but is also dedicated to helping others grow their own successful businesses.
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[@amelalagraa5819]

End of Blog Quote: “You’re worth it, you’re smart enough, you have all the skills that you need, you’re intuitive, you don’t need permission, Don’t ever forget it and you can make it happen!” Karin Bohn

[@jamesross4413]

I'd love to know more about when you were in the start-up phase and had to get clients and how you did advertising etc

[@annasophia8766]

Yes!!

[@nmj2411]

Yes, I’m starting my business and could really use this info/advice!

[@karinalevano]

Yes! I’m thinking of starting a new career at the age of 20 as a interior designer.. it’s scary to think of investing so much money into a course.. when I’m not 100% about it !!

[@JeremyTalksWitU]

That ending quote is just what I needed before my final Thanks Professor Bohn

[@Reanage]

Right?!

[@matthewlo55]

Won't be the same when you're working in real life.

[@timothymur]

Karen! Do you ever have "crazy" clients, and how do you handle that?? Can you please do an episode about this?

[@sarahstrickland5086]

This has been one of your best videos by far about the amount effort that is put into a successful business, team, project and work ethic. So glad you go into depth about the real life of being a business owner, interior designer, creating a brand and being a true inspiration! You are truly one of a kind 💕

[@WithStephie]

Not only are you a role model for me, I honestly feel like you're my online mentor. I work in accounting and your messaging about hard work hit home with me. Also love the affirmation at the end. Thank you for sharing with us 💗

[@aishah5244]

I am only midway through the video, but I believe it is important to note, when you do what you love, it is much easier to put in the long hours and go the extra mile. Go hard with anything and everything that you do, yes, but when it's your passion, the going hard hits your spirit different. When you are putting in long hours for a business or company, where the work is outside the scope of what you love, the tasks and long hours become tiring and draining. If this is you, have a plan to transition and do not forget your end game, your goal! Although K looks tired (no shade), she is loving every minute of it, good or bad. xoxo

[@Natashea]

I’m switching careers to ID & you give me hope that I can make it work with a lot of hard work and persistence. I’ve been working hard in an industry I got into just to climb the Corp ladder and I’m no longer happy but I’m so passionate about creativity and design & cant wait for the transition

[@jshams1989]

Same!!

[@besschee6327]

All the best !

[@dajiahshai]

you got it!!

[@taphenecox5566]

Yoooo!!!! Same here 🥂 I hope I too make it big 🙈

[@karinalevano]

SAME!!! 🥂

[@chelseysegura1567]

Hi Karin, I am a student in Omaha, Nebraska and I am graduating with an Interior Design degree in just 10 short days. I have watched your videos throughout my entire education at my college, and every video you have released has put a smile on my face. You make me realize that all the hard work is worth it, and that I have endless potential. Just your attitude and motivation towards design alone inspired so many of my projects throughout school. And absorbing your videos on a daily basis makes me realize just how important the business side of Interior Design is. Thank you for all that you do, for putting an effort into posting this videos on a weekly basis. You truly are inspiring lives, and you and your team are amazing people and such talented designers. Have a fabulous week!! 💕

[@jqua1287]

Did you graduate 😱

[@yaz7652]

"it's so ugly that it looks good"! I said that to my work colleague on Tuesday while browsing through our huge collection of second-hand items! Crazy! and after seeing this being said in the video, I was IN! Completely SUBSCRIBED to #KarinBohn videos and design ideas... Pick something "unusual", "old" or "ugly" and turn it into that "aha" or "wow" reaction, and you have ART, CREATIVITY and INSPIRATION working to their fullest! - the same goes with clothes ;) get wild!

[@quieraj1197]

That end quote is just what I needed to hear! I now feel like I am ready to conquer the day.

[@traceyjackson294]

your posts are sooo worth the wait!!! thank you for the consistent inspiration/motivation and dedication to your craft.....AND your fabulous fashion :).

[@heidilewis7396]

Yasssss!!!! Love this 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼. Goals 💫💫💫

[@ninacatharina6748]

I love these vlogs! I love watching behind the scenes or a real life boss who puts in the work herself too! Its amazing! thanks for sharing!

[@xoxokiabyaj1140]

I love your positivity! I love your work ethic! ❤️ every time I watch something from your KZbin channel, it makes me want to work on my business. My inner entrepreneur vibe is itching to come out!

[@CelesteLove21]

Karin thank you so much for those words at the end, you don’t know how much I needed to hear that at the moment! Keep up the great work!

[@astrubat]

That end quote!!! WoW! 😍

[@PrashantSharma-vy3zb]

Hard work pays off!!! Thanks for being my motivation. Thank you so much Karin.😊😊😊😊

[@AleshaLeggo]

You’re such a great role model! Love your content, love your vision, your channel and just everything. Thank you for sharing your life with us week in and week out ❤️

[@denisepough9599]

I love your genuineness and the ability to point out the realities on owning an interior design business. It's your content that got me following you on KZbin. Keep it coming. You do great.💞

[@madisoncarter4124]

You are so encouraging & composed. I definitely look up to you so much!!

[@charryrada8117]

This is the vlog that I've been wanting to see to inspire me to always be at my best. Thank you thank you Karin. 🤗

[@brianalucinda4102]

What an affirmation! Brought me to tears, thank you 😘

[@dulcepires]

Thank you for all the inspiration and honesty. Best regards from Portugal!

[@annamayyy9771]

Thank you Karin. You always bring that in depth content. Really appreciate that. Sending love all the way from South Africa 😘

[@janecarter4879]

Thank you! I love your energy, integrity, and natural delivery.

[@shelltye]

Best video ever!! Thank you Karin. Truly inspiring!

[@ardeleedomingo5256]

Thank you so much for that ending message. I literally just cried

[@ilsemanzo6122]

Love and miss these kind of blogs

[@reneelatimer7687]

Hi Karin! Thanks for another amazing video. Your videos are always the best way to start my week. You're so motivating and inspiring and a joy to watch. Keep the great content coming! Oscar was so adorable in this video as always.

[@nerdytintin]

You are such an inspiration. Thank you Karin.

[@DaniCelma]

Loved the quote, the projects you are working on and the outfits of course! Big hug from San Francisco

[@Michelle-qr3um]

Loved this one! 17:28 minutes of inspiration ❤️ Thank you so much, Karin and team of House of Bohn!

[@cate4338]

love every element you outlined as important in a role model

[@anishasamuelkahlkot]

I almost teared up at the end of the blog😩Thank you, Karin.

[@suzannecano3543]

Thank you again Karin and crew! Good stuff!

[@TawannaRucker]

Thank you for that added encouragement at the end. That was beautiful.

[@kathy-annwalker7322]

Thank you for all you wise words. You are a great role model to follow!!!! Much blessings

[@maiterodriguez9998]

Thank you for the ending of the video, I needed to hear this today. You are amazing.

[@joycek483]

You are so inspiring Karin. Every time I watch your videos I feel like I have taken a breath of fresh air💞

[@besschee6327]

Love how natural, comfortable, informative & encouraging your videos are. Love your voice & presence In KZbin too!

[@isabelmunoz2418]

Watching your videos lately and the quote at the end of this video has encouraged me to go back to school and pursue my dream of becoming an ID . Thank you so much! This is the push i needed! ❤️

[@GodlywoodGirl]

Awww I LOVE the ending quote. YAASSSS! Thank you Karin and Diane!

[@healingdiaries30]

Hi Karin, I looooove to see your management style. I've incorporated the way you communicate with your staff and while it's tough managing different personalities, I love the balance of energy and professionalism you bring to your team. I love your day to day videos in your office, please show more. #modaymoringmeetings

[@ThatsSoclichee]

the last quote so meaningful, i love it

[@stephaniek1153]

This video was amazing. I definitely look up to you as I begin to grow in my design career and life. I appreciate these videos.

[@aineafaison50]

Wow. Didn’t know how much I needed to hear that ending quote until I started crying. Thanks Karen, again, for an awesome video. ❤️

[@Marie-ve2ml]

I feel like you spoke directly to me in that last statement! I'm sure I'm not the only one feeling that way! Thanks!

[@lilima996]

I was so excited when you talked about the project with Moroccan influences yaay!! I am an avid fan of your work and lifestyle!! Lots of love from Morocco

[@naureendhananishivji3179]

Your videos are such a breath of fresh air. I am pursuing a new business venture with my husband (I am a teacher!) and sometimes it’s scary but I also know that hard work pays off. Thank you for all the inspiration. x

[@juliaz9843]

Most inspirational interior designer on KZbin 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@annamikhailova1480]

Karin, thank you for being so positive and open. I like you so much and I am trying not to be jealous but learn and be inspired.

[@jdcreations9206]

The very first time i saw your vid about how to become a interior designer, i am already hooked by your channel..thanks that there is someone like you whose willing to give inspiration to others and showing love for the craft...new subscriber here...

[@laritza8284]

My fav video! The ending quote was my fav. I can’t wait for you guys to move into the new space. Your vids are so inspirational, you really are the best role model. I’m not even into interior design but what you teach goes far beyond that! I love your work ethic & employees and how calm you are. You have so many qualities that I admire and want to implement in my life. Thank you! I always leave so excited for next weeks vid lol

[@soukainaeljoumani7733]

As an interior architect you don't how much I learn from you!! Thank you Karin 😍

[@design.build.style.]

Nice to see a cohesive team and inspiration! Keep rolling!

[@salaheddinebrikchi1940]

As an interior design student from Morocco, you truly are an inspiration to me and to how I would like to work after my degree. Great work ethics and innovative ideas are the core. Keep up the great work, old fan in here!

[@CarlaBethany]

I love how real Karin keeps it. Also, what amazing clients to allow us to peek inside their meeting.

[@liz2959]

Your work is fabulous and you have the most amazing shoes!

[@chaitrag4295]

loved it ❤️❤️ you are amazinggg.. so is your team

[@pasesiinteriors9964]

This video was put together very well. There aren't too many designers on KZbin showing the process the way you are. Keep it up.

[@carlenemutiganda4457]

The quote in the end was really what I needed to hear. I was having anxiety over being smart enough to become a interior designer or an architect but after hearing that from one of my biggest interior design role models I just started feeling relief! Thank you so much 😊❤️

[@itingchristinatrout9724]

I rewatched many times for the pep talk at the end. You have no idea how you continue to inspire other creative professionals.

[@costinalexandra1371]

I love your style and your distinctive pickiness. And for sure you are a great role model. xoxo Alexandra

[@user-zu1xw1jv3o]

I'm so grateful! I even didn't realize how much I need all your words write now!Thanx for motivating me every single time.)and I'm saying you (hi) from Lviv.Ukraine💛

[@funcatalogue]

Hi Karin I really love your videos. There's other career based videos that are just superficial. But yours goes so in depth with the things you deal with and the situations that arise. Also, I love how you bring the camera into the office and in meetings and it just gives a really dynamic sense of what's going on.

[@JMCstudios.]

Love the quotes you put in the video! So inspiring! ❤️❤️❤️

[@HilaireRadowick]

Glad you said that! Very important part of design.None of my design teachers ever said that.

[@inspirationguy1505]

Like the motivation quote you say at the ending....... it’s a fuel to my burn out life. I just wish I could have more people around me to “speak” interior design to me......

[@gracie8922]

You are probably the most amazing person that I watch. I love how you don’t let the late nights and the hard work get to you, and you still remain to work hard, and have a life, and you are still a beautiful, goofy and just all around genuine person. I love it.

[@user-oz7nw9sq7y]

You are so darling! Strong, SMART and yet such a sensitive empath. Creative like none other. A true genuine authentic human being. Keep up the great work!

[@CELIDA101]

Your video editing team is really great! Love the effects!

[@FrinceFries]

After watching some of your videos, it motivates me to become a successful Interior designer like you. God Bless always and continue enjoying your passion in life ♥

[@SaraPerez-kr2zq]

I’ve missed your videos! It’s been a minute 😭❤️ love you Karin!

[@Nombulelo_ace]

Who dislikes such a video.... The content, production, everything is beautiful

[@cieloannpacaanas8054]

Thank you for making an amazing video, you really inspired and encourage us to be an interior designer or an architect. Being in this field is really really hard especially if your a woman, a year ago i was ready to give up and try another field. But when i saw your videos by chance in youtube and watch it, it somehow gave me encouragement and i felt like "i can do this " and i hope so too. I don't even know how to express myself anymore but thank you for the amazing video.

[@anna-mariakraus4330]

This is my first comment ever on KZbin! Karin, you are my favorite Business-KZbinr. You inspire me so much. I always watch your new video on Mondays to get motivated for the day and the rest of the week! Thank you so much and I wish you and your team the best for your futures and careers! Kind regards from Germany!

[@SudeepGurumayum]

I love the office environment with all the material samples on the rack. And one thing I like is the management of time and daily schedules. Last but not the least, the vlog is really awesome. It's kind of documentation of day to day activities in the life of designers.

[@lani2023]

My 11 year old is thinking about fashion, makeup and design as a career. Lately she's been leaning toward design and your series has opened up a whole new avenue of learning, for both of us. Thank you!

[@aestheticstate.8881]

You inspire us to grow and keep putting in the long hours! Watching how you still grind to make your business better makes us feel excited to work hard!! Thank you for your words at the end of this video! So beautiful and so powerful -- The world needs more Karin Bohns!! We love you!! 💓💓

[@lifestyleSi]

I don't know why I'm crying for the opening. Lots of hard work behind all the glamorous scenes! I know that you love and enjoy your work! Thank you always for inspirations.

[@prettybiglady]

I have been searching through almost all the interior design channels to find the perfect one, that not only teaches me how to select the right furniture and furnishings but also shows me the way to interact and meet the needs of the client. You are doing something different from all the channels with multi-million subscribers. Thankyou so much for being an inspiration to aspiring designers like myself. ❤️

[@Jessica-E]

Great content as always Karin 💕 Looking stunning in those glasses!

[@oliveradjordjevic9862]

odusevljena sam vasim radom ,pozdrav iz beograda,slicne poslove radim i ja naravno ne u tolikoj meri uspesno kao vi.

[@cacahuata742]

So glad I found your KZbin. I'm pursuing a career in Architecture/Interior Design without college, because I can't afford it, and trying to "think" and "be" those roles is a high practice, always on my mind. I'm glad I can view your hard work, and disciplinary, harmonizing love.

[@monicapleshek2886]

This vlog really speaks to me. It’s been a long time coming for my career in interior design to start and now it has finally started to happen for me. Your ending quote is really encouraging, this is exactly what I need to hear right now. Because you are so right! It takes long hours and ultimately to never give up, no matter how hard it gets. Thank you so much for that!

[@airbmikal]

New video...YAY!!!! Now I get to start my day right :D

[@karishmar2075]

Been waiting impatiently..finally new video 🥰

[@BritishBestNapaValley]

oh my oh my did i ever need that little pep chat at the end - I'm working so hard to create my ID firm out the clear blue.. I'm knocking on doors and sending out those big messages to the universe...wave after wave of getting back up and doing it every day, and praying for that one that's going to pay the rent ... thanks for bringing us along with you, we are a collective and amazing community, to bring light, love and beautiful interiors to the world...!

[@kavithav9977]

I love you. Love that you are brilliant at what you do. Love that you have worked hard to be here. Love the whole you.

[@sheldonmorton5022]

Karin, I'm going in for my first interior design internship interview in a few weeks and I decided to watch your videos to get prepared. You are such a huge motivator for me, every time I watch your videos I feel like I can conquer anything and reach my goals!

[@MadisonPowell95]

I look forward to each anf every video omgeee

[@crichards5384]

Thank you sharing your experience! Your ending quote gave me such a spark. I'm currently in the transition of moving from Japan as a Designer back to Canada, in hopes of pushing my career further in Interior Design. I'll definitely keep watching your videos, and who knows. Maybe I'll take a trip from Toronto to Vancouver to see what exciting things you have going on in the west coast. Keep posting, keep sharing, you know this but you're amazing 👍

[@eliskarol485]

You gonna be an amazing mum!!! 💜🧡💛💚

[@akinganiu2137]

Thank you very much, you are helping out a lot 🙏🏼

[@angelikaangel2294]

OMG! My comment made it to the video 🎉 I'm really happy that you remembered it even though it was some time ago. When I was at the time at school where I had to start deciding what I wanted to study I was struggling really hard. I had some ideas but I didn't feel that I would be happy in this field. So I'm really grateful that I bumped into your channel and that I could see the life from the perspective of an interior designer. Now, I'm getting closer and closer to starting in October my interior design course. Who knows, maybe one day we will meet and then I will thank you personally.💖

[@armaniv6455]

That ending quote made me tear up. I’m a phase in my life where I want so desperately to open up my own interiors firm but I’m so scared because I question my talent my experience my intuition I understand the reality and difficulty in owning a business and the statistics offered in regards to small businesses and their high failure rates but regardless I still go back to that idea of OWN YOUR OWN FIRM, and in thinking about it again this mornjng and reviewing how dissatisfied I am with where I work , that quote couldn’t have been a better message to hear ! Thank you Karin for being such a pivotal inspiration and someone I aspire to be and have watched since I’ve been developing as a designer. This series means so so much to me ! A fan from New York :)

[@dodidoodles2297]

Loved seeing the behind the scenes scurry of trying to get your house photographed. I really do think so many are out of touch with what it takes to create content. But love most of all what you said in the beginning of the video...it's about the times you didn't give up. Those words are huge xo

[@anewjourneywithbertie5290]

this video was so important because nowadays I feel like people want the success without the hardworking. everyone wants the Louis but doesn't want to put in the work. its great to have videos like this that show us the work it takes to be successful and to remind people that if you want to do this you have to put in the work. can't wait till you heat 100k

[@InteriorDesignHub]

Great video! I'm a senior Interior Designer looking to branch out on my own. This video excited me to keep pushing towards my dream! 😊